I’ve been eyeball-deep in microbiology and ferments the past two weeks. I had just purchased some cabbage and was about to start my sauerkraut ferment when KerryAnn wrote her first post exposing mason jar ferments as less than ideal due to the lack of airtight seal.
KerryAnn is a friend. I respect her a lot. But like many of you, I was scared I would be harming my family’s health, yet unable to afford an expensive jar. I was confused that a familiar method was no longer safe.
I was totally out of my comfort zone on this one – I admittedly didn’t have enough experience with microbiology to know if she was right. Some of it made sense, but surely she was wrong on other points. I didn’t like this torn feeling in my gut. I had to know. Is mold really that scary? Is oxygen really a threat? Are mason jars really evil?
This post is born out of endless hours of research gained, sleep lost, and too many hours of my children parked in front of movies. I thought some of you might like to read what I have discovered… Read the full post here →
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Traditional Tuesday’s Nutritious and Delicious Blog Carnival is for anything involving traditional foods. Recipes, techniques, tips, discussions on the hows and whys we do what we do, kitchen organization, appliances used, fitting traditional foods into your life and schedule, anything under the banner of traditional foods is wonderful. Posts, Facebook pages or websites on the politics of real foods and action alerts for individual states or topics are also welcome.
This blog carnival is hosted by:
KerryAnn @ Cooking Traditional Foods
Dawn @ Cultured Mama
Jessica @ Delicious Obsessions
Melanie @ Pickle Me Too
and me, Lea @ Nourishing Treasures Read the full post here →
Modern Alternative Mama has announced a Mother’s Day sale. But it only lasts until Wednesday, May 16th.
Get 30% off any of her books (or discounted bundles) and get 30% off by using code MOTHERSDAY30.
I highly recommend her book, Breast to Bib, which I reviewed here: my review for Breast to Bib.
I also recommend Real Food Basics, which I reviewed here. Read the full post here →

I was pleased with the interest in the giveaway for these beautiful clips. Many of you entered – and some of you ordered through my party link (thank you!).
Before I announce the winner, I want to remind you my party is open one more week – it closes May 19th at midnight. All who order are automatically placed in a drawing for one of the following:
- $25 gift certificate to Tropical Traditions
- $10 amazon gift certificate
- $10 amazon gift certificate
That’s three winners! Simply click through here when you order (any size): https://www.lillarose.biz/parties/592. Read the full post here →
Welcome to Nourishing Treasures’ Make Your Own Monday Link-Up.
I thought it would be fun for us to share our versions of store-bought foods. What are you making on your own and no longer purchasing at the store? Share here!
I am sharing my Sesame Molasses Bites recipe.
Check to see which Top 3 Submissions I featured this week…”>Easy No-Fail Mayonnaise recipe.
Check to see which Top 3 Submissions I featured this week… Read the full post here →
This is part two in a continuing series of an interview I had with OraWellness. If you missed part one, click here: Why is gum disease prevalent even though we brush regularly?
Today we discuss remineralization and oil pulling.
Nourishing Treasures: Do you believe it’s possible to remineralize our teeth? Why or why not?
Ora Wellness: Of course! We can and do remineralize the teeth everyday! However, in order for remineralization to occur faster than demineralization requires a number of factors to be in place… Read the full post here →
Back in March I posted how much I loved my VitaClay Smart Multicooker for rice (and split pea soup).
Today, I want to show you a photo of the most delicious-looking garbanzo beans a.k.a. chickpeas I’ve ever made:
Read the full post here →

Traditional Tuesday’s Nutritious and Delicious Blog Carnival is for anything involving traditional foods. Recipes, techniques, tips, discussions on the hows and whys we do what we do, kitchen organization, appliances used, fitting traditional foods into your life and schedule, anything under the banner of traditional foods is wonderful. Posts, Facebook pages or websites on the politics of real foods and action alerts for individual states or topics are also welcome.
This blog carnival is hosted by:
KerryAnn @ Cooking Traditional Foods
Dawn @ Cultured Mama
Jessica @ Delicious Obsessions
Melanie @ Pickle Me Too
and me, Lea @ Nourishing Treasures Read the full post here →
Welcome to Nourishing Treasures’ Make Your Own Monday Link-Up.
I thought it would be fun for us to share our versions of store-bought foods. What are you making on your own and no longer purchasing at the store? Share here!
I am sharing my Best Chocolate Cake Ever – Chocolate Sourdough with Chocolate Coconut Cream Frosting recipe.
Check to see which Top 3 Submissions I featured this week…”>Easy No-Fail Mayonnaise recipe.
Check to see which Top 3 Submissions I featured this week… Read the full post here →